Improving worker health and safety in the Great Lakes region
Official title: Great Lakes Center for Occupational Health and Safety
Funded at University of Illinois at Chicago · NIH-10973907 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping workers and communities stay healthy and safe on the job, and it's designed for graduate students and professionals who want to learn how to tackle public health challenges in the workplace.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,691,448 |
| NIH project number | 2T42OH008672-19 |
| Project ID | NIH-10973907 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include workers and professionals in industries affected by occupational health and safety issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not involved in occupational settings or those not engaged in health and safety practices may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Great Lakes Center for Occupational Health and Safety focuses on enhancing the health and safety of workers and communities through education, outreach, and research. This initiative aims to train graduate students and professionals in occupational health and safety, preparing them to address public health challenges. The center collaborates with various organizations to implement best practices and solutions for improving workplace safety and environmental health. By fostering partnerships and networks, the center seeks to raise awareness and provide technical assistance to tackle health and safety issues effectively.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and safer working environments for employees in the Great Lakes region.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives in occupational health and safety have shown success in improving worker conditions and health outcomes, indicating a strong potential for this program.
Where this research is happening
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University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Buchanan, Susan Nathalie — University of Illinois at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Buchanan, Susan Nathalie
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.